Biologist Supervisor-Conservation Education

State of Louisiana • Statewide, LA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is seeking a Biologist Supervisor to oversee the delivery of Conservation Education and other programs in Southwest Louisiana. LDWF values a strong work ethic, good science, accurate information, and technology. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, public speaking, organizational, and interpersonal skills, be comfortable presenting to diverse audiences, collaborate with volunteers and partners, adapt to changing priorities, and represent the Department professionally.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus four years of experience in wildlife or fisheries, forestry, or environmental science.
• OR A non-thesis master's degree in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus three years of the required specialized experience.
• OR A master's degree with a completed thesis or a doctorate in a biological science, marine science, environmental science, wildlife or fisheries, animal science, forestry, or natural resources plus two years of the required specialized experience.
• A valid Louisiana driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Participating and overseeing the implementation of conservation education, outdoor skills, and other related education and outreach programs.
• Assisting with Shooting Sports and other departmental outreach initiatives.
• Recruiting, training, and coordinating a network of volunteer Hunter Education and Fisheries Outreach instructors to deliver related public programs.
• Directly supervising three Biologists in the performance of their duties to provide Conservation Education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager